What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Fellow position at National Institutes of Health?
The Laboratory of Heart Disease Phenomics, NHLBI, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our multidisciplinary research team studying the molecular determinants of cardiometabolic diseases.
About the position
Successful candidates will leveraging large, deeply-phenotyped population cohorts and state-of-the-art multi-omics platforms to advance our work at the interface of epidemiology, molecular biology, and computational science. Prospective fellows will engage in team-based, collaborative projects exploring novel biomarkers, evaluating disease mechanisms, and assessing integrative risk prediction methods. As an NIH Intramural Research laboratory, we offer access to exceptional resources, including state-of-the-art technologies, biorepositories, and patient cohorts, as well as the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative research environment. Our goal is to provide potential fellows with exceptional opportunities for career development, training, and professional mentorship.
This appointment is intended for in-person work at the NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland.
What you'll need to apply
Interested candidates should submit to following to Ms. Kirsta Rudd at the email below:
- A cover letter describing your research interests and career goals
- A current CV, including publications
- Contact information for three professional references
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Contact name
Ms. Krista Rudd
Contact email
krista.rudd@nih.gov
Qualifications
Required Qualifications include:
- A PhD, MD-MPH, or equivalent degree in epidemiology, molecular biology, biostatistics, computational biology, or a related field.
- Strong quantitative skills and experience with statistical programming (R, Python, SAS).
- Experience with large-scale '-omics' or population-based datasets.
- Excellent communication skills.
- The ability to be self-directed while simultaneously able to work collaboratively.
- A strong publication record commensurate with applicants career stages.
Disclaimer/Fine Print
Applicants must have received your doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DDS, or equivalent) within five years of starting this position. You must also be able to pass a federal background check. Ignoring this information could prevent you from taking part in the program. U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply.